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Property Amenities
SKYCITY Grand Hotel is a five-star property offering 312 guestrooms occupying floors 7–21 of a modern building. The lobby, lobby bar, and a restaurant are on the ground floor, and the hotel sits atop the SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre which, while not part of the hotel, is part of the extensive SKYCITY complex. Recreational facilities at the SKYCITY Grand Hotel include a fully-equipped fitness centre, 25-metre heated lap pool, spa pool, and sauna. Its East Day Spa is one of the country's largest. A computer room is available, and guests can access up to 30 minutes of complimentary wireless Internet access in the lobby (surcharge after 30 minutes).
Valet parking:
NZ$30.00 per night in a covered garage in the SKYCITY complex across the street.
Self parking:
NZ$20 per night (valid for one entry/one exit) in a covered garage in the SKYCITY complex across the street.
Fees include a 12.5% GST and are subject to change without prior notice.
A computer room on the seventh floor provides computer terminals and wireless Internet access (surcharge). A range of business and secretarial services is available via reception. Faxing, scanning, colour photocopying, printing, and laminating cost NZ$1–$5 per page (AU$1–$4); binding is NZ$1–$5 (AU$1–$4) per document.
The hotel (which occupies floors 7–21) sits on top of the SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre (floors 4–5), which has 5,370 square metres of space over two levels, dedicated to conferences, exhibitions, and banquets. Maximum capacity for cocktails is 2,000. The main room is 1,300 square metres, unimpeded by columns, with an additional 900 square metres of foyer space. There are 12 breakout rooms, two boardrooms, a business centre, and loading dock.
Rooms
The SKYCITY Grand's 312 guestrooms have views over the city's streets or harbour. Contemporary beige and cream décor is offset by blond wood furnishings and red fabric accents. Amenities include high-speed Internet access (surcharge), laptop-sized safes, coffee/tea makers, and minibars with refrigerators,. Satellite/cable TVs offer Sky Movies, Sky News, Sky Sports, Cartoon Network, CNN, and Discovery Channel, as well as pay movies. The bathrooms have separate showers and tubs.
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Dining
Dine by Peter Gordon - Modern international and New Zealand cuisine. Contemporary décor with modern chandeliers and leather banquettes. Windows overlook the street. Open for lunch and dinner.
The Terrace - Breakfast restaurant, also available for private functions. Buffet and à la carte breakfasts. Contemporary décor with pale wood tables. Expanse of glass overlooks the city centre and opens onto a terrace. Open mornings only.
The Lobby - Light snacks, desserts, soft drinks, coffees, spirits, and cocktails. A selection of champagnes is available by the glass, and hot and cold canapés are offered in the evening. Live entertainment Thursday - Saturday. Open from mid-morning until late evening.
Recreation
The SKYCITY Grand Hotel has a 25-metre lap pool, spa pool, and sauna. Its fitness centre offers a range of equipment including stationary bicycles, a rowing machine, treadmill, and weights station. A personal trainer is available.
There are numerous recreational opportunities near the SKYCITY Grand Hotel. Sailing is available around the city's harbour and islands. The Harbour Bridge (3 km) has a famous bungee jump activity, while Sky Tower (just across the road) features a daring activity known as Sky Jump. The large public park known as Auckland Domain (600 metres) is ideal for walking.
Across the Harbour Bridge on the North Shore, Takapuna offers ten-pin bowling and windsurfing on Lake Pupuke (10 km). Coastal walks extend for 25 km and can be joined at Takapuna Beach. The suburb of Bayswater offers kite surfing and paragliding (14 km). Visitors can use the Takapuna Public Golf Course (7 km) or the Waitemata Golf Course in Devonport (10 km) by arrangement.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Spa
One of New Zealand's largest spa facilities, the East Day Spa offers a steam room, manicure/pedicure room, eight massage rooms (of which three are doubles), and two suites. The suites have a spa bath, showers, and massage facilities.
The East Day Spa is designed as a sanctuary for peace and relaxation in an urban environment. The spa has a distinct Balinese influence and seeks to stimulate holistic well-being. Its signature treatments include natural, holistic skin massages and soothing spa treatments such as the Balinese massage, Javanese lulur, and yoga facial. All therapists are female.
Balinese Massage (60 minutes): NZ$100 (AU$84)
Long massage strokes, skin rolling, and pressure point applications are used in this relaxing massage to relieve stress and improve circulation.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.
Lomi Lomi Massage (60 minutes): NZ$110 (AU$92)
Particularly good for active guests, this massage utilizes the strength of the therapist's forearms and elbows to relieve muscular aches and pains.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.
Bali Crème (60 minutes; 90 minutes with wash and blow dry): NZ$115–$175 (AU$97–$147)
A traditional head treatment that cleanses and revitalizes hair, using ginseng or avocado conditioning cream, followed by a steam treatment and a relaxing head, neck, and shoulder massage.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.
Ayurveda Facial (60 minutes): NZ$100 (AU$84)
For mature skin, a deep cleansing massage that stimulates blood flow and loosens surface blockages while inducing relaxation.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.
Yoga Facial (90 minutes): NZ$190 (AU$160)
Tailored to de-stress the mind and skin completely. Includes meditation and breathing exercises. A take-home skincare gift is included.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.
Java Lulur Exfoliation (60 minutes): NZ$85 (AU$72)
Turmeric, sandalwood, and rice flour exfoliation leaves the skin moist and supple. Given in the steam room, with yogurt splash to finish.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.
Balinese Boreh Exfoliation (60 minutes): NZ$85 (AU$72)
The warmth of seven spices soothe overworked joints and muscles.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.
Products at the East Day Spa include Sundari (the Christy Turlington signature range), Forest Essentials (an ayurvedic skincare range) and Ilsce, an organic range of products specially sourced from Hungary.
The preferred airport for Skycity Grand is Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 17.5 km / 10.9 mi.
Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.
